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Solid marks from offense, special teams save poor performance from defense in Packers' close win over Bears

Nov 17, 2024
Nov 17, 2024 Updated Nov 24, 2024

The Green Bay Packers are preparing to take on the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Nov. 17 in Chicago.

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State Journal columnist Jim Polzin grades the Green Bay Packers’ performance in their 20-19 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field.

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